(USA) Manager, Automation Engineering

Walmart • Bentonville, AR

2d • $90,000 - $180,000 • Onsite

About The Position

As a Manager, Automation Engineering – Drone Delivery Operations, you will lead the design and execution of performance measurement strategies that drive operational excellence in our Last Mile Delivery program. You'll focus on operational performance, partner enablement, and executional insights across our autonomous delivery network. You’ll define and manage KPIs, build scalable measurement frameworks, and partner cross-functionally to ensure alignment with strategic goals. Your work will directly inform operational decisions, drone partner performance, and scaling strategies. This is an onsite role based at our Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas; a full relocation package can be made available, but we are not considering remote applicants for this opportunity. You’ll sweep us off our feet if… 4+ years of experience in data analytics, operations strategy, or related fields, with a proven track record of driving measurable impact in complex environments Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python , with working knowledge of data platforms such as BigQuery, GCP, or Snowflake Strong statistical foundation , including hypothesis testing, predictive modeling, and experimentation design Experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker, and the ability to build intuitive dashboards for diverse audiences Strategic business acumen , with the ability to translate data into insights that inform operational decisions, partner performance, and scaling strategies Experience in logistics, transportation, or autonomous delivery strongly preferred Exceptional communication and storytelling skills , tailored to both technical and executive audiences Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives , influence without authority, and drive alignment across analytics, operations, and product teams Comfort with ambiguity and fast-paced environments , with a bias toward action and continuous improvement

Requirements

• 4+ years of experience in data analytics, operations strategy, or related fields, with a proven track record of driving measurable impact in complex environments
• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Python , with working knowledge of data platforms such as BigQuery, GCP, or Snowflake
• Strong statistical foundation , including hypothesis testing, predictive modeling, and experimentation design
• Experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker, and the ability to build intuitive dashboards for diverse audiences
• Strategic business acumen , with the ability to translate data into insights that inform operational decisions, partner performance, and scaling strategies
• Exceptional communication and storytelling skills , tailored to both technical and executive audiences
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives , influence without authority, and drive alignment across analytics, operations, and product teams
• Comfort with ambiguity and fast-paced environments , with a bias toward action and continuous improvement
• Option 1: Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field and 2 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area.
• Option 2: 4 years’ experience in engineering, supply chain, or related area.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in logistics, transportation, or autonomous delivery strongly preferred
• Masters: Computer Engineering

Responsibilities

• Operational Metrics Strategy: Define, socialize, and manage key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with the Annual Operating Plan. Develop roadmaps to achieve metric goals and present progress to senior leadership in recurring forums.
• Executional Insights & Partner Performance: Translate operational insights into actions that improve delivery reliability and partner accountability. Lead performance improvement initiates across service providers. Support vendor reviews and expansion planning with data-backed recommendations.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Analytics, Data Science, and Operations teams to ensure data accuracy, alignment, and visibility across the organization. Collaborate with Finance to ensure strategic alignment and reporting consistency.
• Business Insights & Storytelling: Translate complex data into actionable insights and executive-level narratives. Build compelling presentations and dashboards that influence strategic decisions.
• Data Visualization & Reporting: Design and implement intuitive visualizations and reporting tools to monitor performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Experimentation & Optimization: Lead experimentation initiatives to test hypotheses, measure impact, and optimize delivery operations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Influence without authority by driving metric adoption and accountability across diverse teams.

Benefits

• Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance.
• Other great perks include 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.
• At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet.
• Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.
• You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.
• Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees